A healthcare facility that provides care to individuals who do not require the level of care provided by a hospital, but who are not yet ready to return home or to a long-term care facility. These facilities bridge the gap between acute care hospitals and nursing homes.
A type of ICF that provides skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services to patients who require a higher level of medical care and assistance with daily activities.
Therapeutic interventions provided to individuals in an ICF to help them regain physical, cognitive, or emotional abilities lost or impaired due to illness, injury, or surgery.
A form of therapy provided in an ICF to help patients regain the skills needed for daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and meal preparation.
Therapy aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, and coordination through exercises and other techniques, commonly offered in ICFs to aid in rehabilitation.
A service provided in ICFs to help patients improve their communication skills, including speaking, understanding language, and swallowing.
Short-term care provided in an ICF to give caregivers a temporary break from their caregiving responsibilities, often used by families caring for loved ones at home.
Coordination of care provided by healthcare professionals in an ICF to ensure that patients receive appropriate services and support throughout their stay.
Specialized medical care provided in ICFs to relieve pain and other symptoms, improve quality of life, and provide emotional and spiritual support to patients with serious illnesses.
The process of preparing patients to leave an ICF by arranging for follow-up care, services, and support needed to continue their recovery or manage their condition after discharge.